Administrative Clerk

Wonderful-Orchards; Shafter (CA); On-site; USD 27,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Wonderful Orchards is seeking an Administrative Clerk to provide administrative support and assist with a range of office tasks in California. The role includes front desk duties, payroll processing, and data entry to keep operations running smoothly.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED with 1–2 years of clerical experience, strong Microsoft Office skills, and effective written and verbal communication. The position pays $19.50–$20.50 per hour and may require varied scheduling.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED with 1–2 years of admin/clerical experience.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office; Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Payroll knowledge and basic accounting familiarity.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the main receptionist for the office and front desk.
• Payroll – PET (daily transfers, validations, adjustments).
• Contract labor data entry and records maintenance.
• Collect, sort, and distribute mail in the office.
• Order office supplies and manage inventory.
• Assist crop supervisors with requests as needed.
• Other data entry tasks as required.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Payroll knowledge

Communication skills

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Excel

Word

Outlook

PowerPoint

Job description

• Compensation: USD 19.50 - USD 20.50 - hourly

Company Description

With approximately 100,000 planted acres in California's San Joaquin Valley, Wonderful Orchards is the world's largest grower of almonds, pistachios and pomegranates. Wonderful Orchards is a part of The Wonderful Company, a privately held $5 billion global company dedicated to harvesting health and happiness around the world through its iconic consumer brands which include Wonderful Pistachios, Wonderful Halos, POM Wonderful, FIJI Water, Teleflora, and JUSTIN Wine.

Job Description

Summary of Position

An Administrative Clerk is responsible for providing administrative support and performing a variety of office tasks to ensure smooth and efficient operations within an organization. Their duties typically include:

Duties & Responsibilities

Functions include but are not limited to the following. Must be able to move freely between tasks depending on workload, season, etc.

Key responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Serve as the Main Receptionist for the Office: Is the first point of contact for visitors, clients, and employees, the Administrative Clerk is responsible for managing the front desk and ensuring smooth communication within the office.
• Payroll – PET (Daily Transfers, Validations, and Adjustments): Responsible for managing payroll-related tasks, particularly regarding daily transfer entries, validation of employee work hours, and processing necessary adjustments.
• Contract Labor Data Entry: Enter contract labor details into the company’s records system, ensuring accurate and up-to-date information is maintained.
• Collect, Sort, and Distribute Mail: Oversee the handling of physical mail for the office to ensure timely delivery and proper distribution.
• Order Office Supplies and Manage Inventory: Oversee inventory management of office supplies to ensure the office is well‑stocked and functional.
• Assist Crop Supervisors with Requests as Needed: Provide administrative assistance to crop supervisors or other agricultural team members, ensuring they have the necessary resources and information to perform their duties.
• Other Data Entry as Needed: Provide general data entry support for various departments, ensuring the accuracy and timely processing of information.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, shall, and/ or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential function.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

• High School diploma or GED AND 1-2 years of administrative/clerical experience.

SPECIFIC KNOWELDGE, AND SKILLS:

• Proficient in Microsoft office products -- Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, etc.
• Demonstrated knowledge of accounting, and payroll
• Must have the ability to communicate effectively both written and verbal.

Pay Rate: $19.50-$20.50/hour. Final compensation will be dependent upon skills & experience.

Physical Demand(s)

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Mobility to work in a standard office setting and use standard office equipment, including a computer. Vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; and hearing and speech to communicate in person, and over the telephone. This is primarily a sedentary office classification although standing and walking between work areas may be required. Finger dexterity needed to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard, calculator, and to operate standard office equipment. Occasionally bend, stoop, kneel, reach, push, and pull. Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects up to 25 pounds or heavier weights with assistance and/or the use of proper equipment.Physical exertion is moderate. Frequent moving and stationary position.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Incumbents typically work in an office environment with moderate noise levels, controlled temperature conditions, and no direct exposure to hazardous physical substances. Incumbents will interact with individuals in interpreting and enforcing rules, policies, and procedures. Incumbents may be assigned an irregular work schedule, including weekends, early mornings, evenings, and holidays.

Disclaimer

This job description is a summary of typical functions of the job, not a comprehensive list of all possible job responsibilities, tasks, and duties. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Job responsibilities may differ and are subject to change from those outlined in the job description. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an ‘at will” relationship.

Additional Information

Why chose Wonderful?

Wonderful Nurseries and Wonderful Orchards arepart of The Wonderful Company, a privately held $5 billion company, which also has other No. 1 brands such as Wonderful® Pistachios, FIJI® Water, Wonderful® Halos®, JUSTIN® Wine, and Teleflora®. To learn more about The Wonderful Company, visit www.wonderful.com , or follow us on Facebook , Twitter and Instagram . To view the current Corporate Social Responsibility report, visit www.wonderful.com/csr .

• We nourish, naturally - We believe that what you put into your body matters. The most nutritious -- and best-tasting -- foods are those from nature.
• We play to win - Our employees set ambitious goals and meet challenges with unified purpose and unmatched energy.
• We act differently - With courage and fearlessness, we are relentless in our quest to inspire healthier. food and beverage choices. As a privately held organization, we have the freedom and the power to make quick and effective decisions.

Wonderful Orchards and The Wonderful Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and with opportunities for advancement. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories.